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UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026

Overview The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 186 Drug Inspector positions within the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. This is a Group ‘B’ Gazetted, Non-Ministerial position offering a central government career opportunity with postings available anywhere in India. Important Dates Online Application Starts: 27 June 2026 Last Date to Apply: 17 July 2026 (6:00 PM) Recruitment Test/Interview Dates: To be announced by UPSC. Vacancies & Pay Scale Total Vacancies: 186 posts. Category-wise Breakdown: UR (55), EWS (41), OBC (39), SC (35), ST (16). Pay Level: Level-8 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). Benefits: Includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Medical Benefits, National Pension System (NPS), and leave benefits. Eligibility Criteria Educational Qualification: Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a degree in Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology. Age Limit (as of 17 July 2026): UR/EWS: 30 Years OBC: 33 Years SC/ST: 35 Years PwBD: Relaxation of additional 10 years. Selection Process Online Application Submission Shortlisting of candidates (based on higher qualifications, experience, or performance in a Recruitment Test). Recruitment Test (RT) (if conducted). Personal Interview. Document Verification. How to Apply Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/. Create an account and complete the 'Universal Registration' process to obtain your Universal Registration Number (URN). Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF). Upload required documents: Passport-size photo, live photo, signature (three times), and relevant certificates. Review all information carefully and submit before 17 July 2026. Download and save the application confirmation page for future reference.